Our mission statement

Our mission statement at the Children's Discovery Museum
is to enrich the lives of the children of Northern
Minnesota through fun, education, and hands-on learning
experiences, and to spark the joy of discovery through the
exploration or science, arts, and humanities.

Come visit us

General admission for all ages in $10.00 per person, with
the exception of children who areLESS than two years of
age, who are free. This admission cost includes
access to the Children's Discovery Museum and The Judy
Garland Museum. The CDM also has a quality gift store that
offers a wide variety of inexpensive child-oriented toys,
books, and material, as well as Wizard of Oz souvenirs,
keeping with the Judy Garland Theme. Here you can
find directions to the CDM.

The Children's Discovery Museum is Open...

October 1st - May 15th
Fridays & Saturdays 10AM – 5PM

May 16th to September 30th
Everyday 10AM – 5PM

Special School Holiday Closings We will be open on school closings! Call the museum to find out more on special programing.

Why is the CDM important? The Children's
Discovery Museum is one of the only children's museums
located in a rural area in a town of fewer than 10,000
inhabitants anywhere in the nation. Furthermore,
the CDM is one of only four children's museums in
Minnesota, and one of only 400 in the nation. The
CDM provides opportunities for children to learn about
many different subjects through hands-on exhibits and
experiences.

Be Part of Our Community

The greatest benefit you'll gain by becoming a member
of the Children's Discovery Museum is the satisfaction
that comes from knowing you're helping children in need
of the enrichment programs the CDM.

Volunteering Opportunities

If you would like to make a different in a child's
life or in your community, you do not need to offer
extensive amounts of time. Whether you participate
yearly or weekly, your time and effort will improve the
quality of life for a child and your community.

About

Children's Discovery Museum, 2727 Pokegama Avenue
South, PO Box 724, Grand Rapids, MN, 55744
Phone: (218) 326-1900
The Children's Discovery Museum School Service is
funded in part by the Blandin Foundation and by
the Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment through the
Minnesota Humanities Center.